Blood Sugar Impact of Red Velvet Cake, Red Velvet
Red Velvet Cake, Red Velvet has a BSI score of 69.5, indicating substantial blood sugar impact. Contains 37.0g carbs, 28.0g sugar, 1.0g fiber, 2.0g protein per serving. Expected to cause significant blood sugar spike. Consider portion size and individual response when planning meals.
Key Nutrients
Per 79.0g servingRed velvet cake, red velvet contains 37.0g of carbs, 28.0g of sugar, 2.0g of protein, 15.0g of fat, and 1.0g of fiber per 79.0g serving. These nutrients directly impact blood sugar levels and overall nutritional value.
| Nutrient |
Amount per serving |
|---|---|
| Carbs | 37.0g |
| Sugars | 28.0g |
| Fiber | 1.0g |
| Protein | 2.0g |
| Fat | 15.0g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
Red velvet cake, red velvet contains 46.8g of carbs, 35.4g of sugar, and 1.3g of fiber per 79.0 Gg serving. This chart shows the estimated blood sugar curve based on these nutritional factors. This data is an estimate intended for educational purposes only.
Medical Disclaimer: This blood sugar response estimate is intended for educational purposes only and is not medical advice.
Our Methodology: We calculate blood sugar impact using nutritional data including carbohydrates, sugars, fiber content, and food processing factors. This proprietary algorithm estimates timing and magnitude of blood sugar response based on established glycemic research.
Important: Individual responses vary significantly based on metabolism, medication, activity level, and overall health. This tool cannot replace professional medical advice, glucose monitoring, or consultation with your healthcare provider.
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Serving size 79.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 8.0g of carbohydrates not detailed in USDA data
* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
INGREDIENTS:
ICING SUGAR, SUGAR, WATER, BLEACHED ENRICHED WHEAT FLOUR (WHEAT FLOUR, BENZOYL PEROXIDE, NIACIN, REDUCED IRON, THIAMINE MONONITRATE, RIBOFLAVIN, FOLIC ACID, CHLORINE), VEGETABLE SHORTENING (CANOLA OIL, PALM OIL, MODIFIED PALM AND PALM KERNEL OILS, MONOGLYCERIDES, POLYSORBATE 60), PARTIALLY SKIMMED MILK, CREAM CHEESE (MILK INGREDIENTS, BACTERIAL CULTURE, SALT, GUAR GUM, LOCUST BEAN GUM), LIQUID WHOLE EGGS, MARGARINE (SOYABEAN OIL, MODIFIED PALM OIL, WATER, SALT, WHEY POWDER [MILK], SOYA LECITHIN, MONOGLYCERIDES, NATURAL FLAVOR, VITAMIN A PALMITATE, VITAMIN D3, NATURAL COLOR [ANNATTO]), VEGETABLE OILS (CANOLA AND SOYA), COCOA POWDER, FOOD STARCH-MODIFIED, ARTIFICIAL COLORS (WATER, RED 40, CITRIC ACID, SODIUM BENZOATE), ARTIFICIAL AND NATURAL FLAVOR, BAKING POWDER (SODIUM ACID PYROPHOSPHATE, SODIUM BICARBONATE, CORN STARCH, MONOCALCIUM PHOSPHATE, CALCIUM SULFATE), SALT, WHEY POWDER (MILK), GLUCOSE SYRUP, RICE STARCH, CITRUS FIBER, BAKING SODA, DEXTROSE, GUM ARABIC, CELLULOSE GUM, XANTHAN GUM. RED VELVET CRUMBS (SUGAR, CRACKER MEAL (ENRICHED WHEAT FLOUR [ENRICHED WITH NIACIN, FERROUS SULFATE, THIAMINE MONONITRATE, RIBOFLAVIN, FOLIC ACID]), FRUCTOSE, CANOLA OIL, COCOA POWDER [PROCESSED WITH ALKALI], RED 40, YELLOW 6, ARTIFICIAL FLAVOR).
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Acidifier
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CITRIC ACID
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🍭
Added Sugar
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DEXTROSE
GLUCOSE
SUGAR
SYRUP*
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❓
Ambiguous
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NATURAL FLAVOR*
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🐄
Animal Product
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CHEESE
CREAM
MILK
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🎨
Artificial Coloring
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COLOR*
RED 40*
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Emulsifier
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GUM*
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Fat
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OIL*
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⬜
Filler
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GUM*
STARCH*
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Flavor Additive
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NATURAL FLAVOR*
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Functional Ingredient
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WHEY
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High GI Carb
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DEXTROSE
GLUCOSE
SUGAR
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🌿
Natural
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CHEESE
CREAM
MILK
SALT
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🧪
Preservative
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CITRIC ACID
BENZOATE*
SORBATE*
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💪
Protein
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CHEESE
CREAM
MILK
WHEY
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🧫
Protein Isolate
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WHEY
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🥖
Refined Carb
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FLOUR*
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Refined Fat
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OIL*
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🧂
Seasoning
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SALT
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Synthetic
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BENZOATE*
SORBATE*
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Synthetic Additive
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COLOR*
RED 40*
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Red Velvet Cake, Red Velvet is a food product in the cakes, cupcakes, snack cakes category with a Blood Sugar Impact score of 69.5.
Red Velvet Cake, Red Velvet has a Blood Sugar Impact (BSI) score of 69.5. Lower scores indicate less impact on blood glucose levels.
Red Velvet Cake, Red Velvet contains 46.8g carbs, 35.4g sugars, 1.3g fiber, and 2.5g protein per 100g.
This food has a high blood sugar impact and should be limited in diabetic diets. Always consult with your healthcare provider about foods that fit your individual dietary needs.
Consider the nutritional profile and blood sugar impact when incorporating Red Velvet Cake, Red Velvet into your meals. Pair higher-impact foods with protein and fiber for better blood sugar control.
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